Japan Tobacco International

Exploring regional complexities in the illicit market and facilitating cross-border co-operation to stop illegal trade

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Monday, November 27, 2023

Join Economist Impact at the Westin Ottawa for insights and discussions on counterfeit production, the shadow economy and how evolving technology makes it more challenging to combat illicit trade.

Key Points: 
  • Join Economist Impact at the Westin Ottawa for insights and discussions on counterfeit production, the shadow economy and how evolving technology makes it more challenging to combat illicit trade.
  • According to the International Chamber of Commerce, the financial cost of illicit trade is estimated to be $4.2trn annually.
  • Stakeholders must evaluate current activities and initiatives, and get to grips with the root causes of illegal trade.
  • Hear more from illicit trade experts on the implications for the future of illicit trade activity globally and across the Americas, at the Global Anti-Illicit Trade Summit, Americas.

National Alliance for Black Business (NABB) and the U.S. Department of Commerce's Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Form a Historic Alliance to Develop Black-Owned Businesses

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Monday, February 27, 2023

WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, February 22, 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), and the National Alliance for Black Business (NABB) signed a historic MOU during the NABB's first annual National Black Business Policy Conference in Washington, D.C. The NABB was co-founded by the National Business League (NBL) and the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), which represent a combined 153 years of service to Black businesses and are now collectively working to organize a unified national black economic agenda.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, February 22, 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), and the National Alliance for Black Business (NABB) signed a historic MOU during the NABB's first annual National Black Business Policy Conference in Washington, D.C.
  • "This historic agreement between MBDA and the NABB will strengthen our collective mission to create a strong, equitable economy for all minority businesses and entrepreneurs," said Donald R. Cravins, Jr., Under Secretary of the Minority Business Development Agency.
  • "Both MBDA and the NABB have uplifted Black businesses in the decades since they were formed.
  • More than 100 distinguished Black business leaders, organizations, and corporate executives assembled with the Department of Commerce Under Secretary Donald Cravins Jr., Esq.

Semos Cloud Unrolls JTI's Enhanced Recognition Program 'Inspire'

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Friday, November 18, 2022

LEWISVILLE, Texas, Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Semos Cloud, a provider of impactful HR technology for organizational culture, announces a go-live of the new and upgraded features of the Rewards and Recognition (R&R) platform for their client, JTI (Japan Tobacco International).

Key Points: 
  • The terrific engagement results made a strong case for a new, enhanced R&R program.
  • Semos Cloud developed new features and functionalities guaranteed to boost Inspire's adoption rates among employees and enhance the user experience for employees and managers.
  • Additionally, Semos Cloud's tech team has migrated all JTI's recognition data using the latest HANA Cloud database service and the Cloud Foundry, ensuring the upgrade without any interruptions to the existing recognition program.
  • Miodrag Stojanov, Senior Staff Software Engineer of Semos Cloud comments about this latest upgrade: "We cherish our ongoing relationship with JTI.

Altria Announces Strategic Partnership With JT Group and Expanded Heated Tobacco Portfolio

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE:MO) today announces a strategic partnership with JT Group (JT) and our expanded heated tobacco portfolio.

Key Points: 
  • Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE:MO) today announces a strategic partnership with JT Group (JT) and our expanded heated tobacco portfolio.
  • Our portfolio consists of a joint venture (JV) with a subsidiary of JT for the U.S. marketing and commercialization of heated tobacco stick (HTS) products and our expanded pipeline of wholly owned products.
  • We are excited to begin a new partnership with JT Group, a leading international tobacco company, said Billy Gifford, Altrias Chief Executive Officer.
  • As a result of our research, our expanded U.S. heated tobacco portfolio includes a pipeline of differentiated product platforms, including both HTS and HTC formats.

Global Heated Tobacco Products (HTP) Market Report 2022: Market Insights and Forecasts with Impact of COVID-19 2023-2028 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, September 26, 2022

A change in the dynamics of the tobacco market has resulted from the emergence of various novel tobacco products, including HTPs, in a number of markets.

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  • A change in the dynamics of the tobacco market has resulted from the emergence of various novel tobacco products, including HTPs, in a number of markets.
  • Among product types, sticks (also known as heated sticks) hold the maximum share of 90% in the Heated Tobacco Products Market due to the wide adoption of premium products.
  • The report presents the analysis of Heated Tobacco Products Market for the historical period of 2018-2021, estimates of 2022 and the forecast period of 2023-2028.
  • The report analyses the Heated Tobacco Products Market By Gender (Male, Female)
    The report analyses the Heated Tobacco Products Market By Sales Channel (Tobacconist, Specialist Shops, Convenience Stores, E-Retail).

Asian Cigarette Market (2022 to 2026) - Insights, Trends & Forecast Report - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, September 19, 2022

However, the market growth would be challenged by increasing penetration of illicit cigarettes, next generation products and decreasing number of habitual smokers.

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  • However, the market growth would be challenged by increasing penetration of illicit cigarettes, next generation products and decreasing number of habitual smokers.
  • Asian cigarette market by volume is forecasted to decline at a negative CAGR of 0.78%, for the time period of 2022-2026.
  • The market is anticipated to experience certain trends like increasing preference of flavored cigarettes and increase in advertising campaigns.
  • The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the Asian cigarette market.

FEELM Joins Carbon Disclosure Project as Part of SMOORE’s Drive to Tackle Climate Emergency

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

FEELM, the flagship atomization technology platform belonging to SMOORE - the worlds largest vape manufacture1, has joined the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), as part of its parent companys listing.

Key Points: 
  • FEELM, the flagship atomization technology platform belonging to SMOORE - the worlds largest vape manufacture1, has joined the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), as part of its parent companys listing.
  • That is why FEELM follows the measures and roadmap outlined in the Corporate Net-zero Pathway published by the UN in 2021.
  • As a flagship tech brand belonging to SMOORE, FEELM is the worlds leading closed vape system solution provider.
  • Based on the world's leading Ceramic Coil Heating Technology, FEELM combines authentic Flavor Reproduction Technology with innovative electronics technology, bringing ultimate sensation and premium vaping experience.

Global Tobacco Products Market Forecast Report 2022: Market is Projected to Reach $907,665.43 Million by 2028 from $782,022.19 Million in 2021 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022

The tobacco products market is projected to reach US$ 907,665.43 million by 2028 from US$ 782,022.19 million in 2021.

Key Points: 
  • The tobacco products market is projected to reach US$ 907,665.43 million by 2028 from US$ 782,022.19 million in 2021.
  • Tobacco products include cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, e-cigarettes, vapes, snus/snuff, dissolvable tobacco products, among others.
  • RRPs include heated tobacco products such as e-cigarettes and vapes, and smokeless tobacco products such as snus and dissolvable tobacco.
  • The rising development of low-risk tobacco products by key players operating in the market is expected to support the growth of the tobacco products market in the coming years.

Pioneer Appoints Darcy Taylor as New Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Former CEO of East Side Games Group, Canadas leading free-to-play mobile game company

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  • Former CEO of East Side Games Group, Canadas leading free-to-play mobile game company
    VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pioneer Media Holdings Inc. (NEO: JPEG, AQSE: PNER) (Pioneer or the Company) is excited to announce that it has appointed Darcy Taylor as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.
  • Previous to Pioneer, Darcy was CEO of East Side Games Group (TSX: EAGR) (formerly operating under the name LEAF Mobile Inc.), one of Pioneers portfolio companies.
  • Mike Edwards, Chairman of the Board of Pioneer, commented, We are thrilled to welcome Darcy as CEO of Pioneer.
  • Darcy Taylor, CEO of Pioneer, commented, I want to thank Mike and the Board for the confidence in me to lead Pioneer as CEO through its next phase of growth.

Worldwide E-Cigarette Industry to 2027 - Featuring Altria Group, Japan Tobacco and NJOY Among Others

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Looking forward, the publisher expects the market to reach US$ 30 Billion by 2027, exhibiting at a CAGR of 4.5% during 2022-2027.

Key Points: 
  • Looking forward, the publisher expects the market to reach US$ 30 Billion by 2027, exhibiting at a CAGR of 4.5% during 2022-2027.
  • Keeping in mind the uncertainties of COVID-19, we are continuously tracking and evaluating the direct as well as the indirect influence of the pandemic.
  • For instance, Japan Tobacco International (JTI) acquired the UK-based e-cigarette brand E-Lites to develop new products and to commercialize its vaporizers worldwide.
  • These players are also introducing an extensive range of flavors, such as tobacco, fruits and botanicals, in response to the evolving consumer preferences.